2008 YAMAHA MAJESTY 125 steering

INTRODUCTION
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION.....................1-1
Further safe-riding points .................1-4
DESCRIPTION.....................................2-1
Left view ...........................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-2
Controls and instruments .................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS........................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-1
Indicator lights ..................................3-2
Speedometer unit .............................3-2
Battery voltage/fuel gauge ...............3-3
Clock .................................................3-4
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................3-5
Handlebar switches ..........................3-5
Front brake lever...............................3-6
Rear brake lever................................3-6
Fuel tank cap ....................................3-7
Fuel ...................................................3-8
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .....3-9
Catalytic converter............................3-9
Seat...................................................3-9
Front storage compartment............3-10Storage compartment.....................3-11
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies...................................3-12
Sidestand ........................................3-12
Ignition circuit cut-off system .........3-13
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS...............4-1
Pre-operation check list....................4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS................................................5-1
Starting a cold engine ......................5-1
Starting off ........................................5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ..........5-2
Braking..............................................5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption..5-3
Engine break-in.................................5-3
Parking ..............................................5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR...................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit .................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart ............................6-3
Removing and installing panels........6-6
Checking the spark plug ..................6-7
Engine oil ..........................................6-9
Final transmission oil ......................6-11
Coolant ...........................................6-12
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ......................................6-14Adjusting the carburetor .................6-15
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ..............................................6-15
Valve clearance ...............................6-16
Tires ................................................6-16
Cast wheels ....................................6-18
Front and rear brake lever free
play ..............................................6-19
Checking the front and rear brake
pads.............................................6-19
Checking the brake fluid level ........6-20
Changing the brake fluid ................6-21
Checking and lubricating
the cables ....................................6-21
Lubricating the front and rear brake
levers ...........................................6-22
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand .........6-22
Checking the front fork ...................6-23
Checking the steering.....................6-23
Checking the wheel bearings .........6-24
Battery ............................................6-24
Replacing the fuses ........................6-26
Replacing a headlight bulb .............6-27
Replacing a front turn signal
light bulb......................................6-29
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb
or a rear turn signal light bulb .....6-30
Replacing the license plate light
bulb .............................................6-31
Replacing the auxiliary light bulb ...6-31
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sure to distribute the weight as
evenly as possible on both sides
of the scooter to minimize imba-
lance or instability.
Shifting weights can create a
sudden imbalance. Make sure
that accessories and cargo are
securely attached to the scooter
before riding. Check accessory
mounts and cargo restraints fre-
quently.
Never attach any large or heavy
items to the handlebar, front fork,
or front fender. Such items can
create unstable handling or a
slow steering response.
Accessories
Genuine Yamaha accessories have
been specifically designed for use on
this scooter. Since Yamaha cannot
test all other accessories that may be
available, you must personally be res-
ponsible for the proper selection, ins-
tallation and use of non-Yamaha
accessories. Use extreme caution
when selecting and installing any
accessories.Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Loa-
ding” when mounting accessories.
Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the per-
formance of your scooter. Care-
fully inspect the accessory befo-
re using it to make sure that it
does not in any way reduce
ground clearance or cornering
clearance, limit suspension tra-
vel, steering travel or control ope-
ration, or obscure lights or reflec-
tors.
• Accessories fitted to the hand-
lebar or the front fork area can
create instability due to impro-
per weight distribution or
aerodynamic changes. If
accessories are added to the
handlebar or front fork area,
they must be as lightweight as
possible and should be kept to
a minimum.
• Bulky or large accessories may
seriously affect the stability of
the scooter due to aerodyna-
mic effects. Wind may attempt
to lift the scooter, or the scoo-ter may become unstable in
cross winds. These accesso-
ries may also cause instability
when passing or being passed
by large vehicles.
• Certain accessories can dis-
place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the fre-
edom of movement of the ope-
rator and may limit control abi-
lity, therefore, such
accessories are not recom-
mended.
Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical
accessories exceed the capacity
of the scooter’s electrical system
an electric failure could result,
which could cause a dangerous
loss of lights or engine power.
Gasoline and exhaust gas
GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMA-
BLE:
• Always turn the engine off
when refueling.
• Take care not to spill any gaso-
line on the engine or exhaust
system when refueling.
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tSAFETY INFORMATION
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Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and
is used to lock the steering. The
various positions are described below.
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ON “f”
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power; the meter lighting, taillight,
license plate light and auxiliary lights
come on, and the engine can be star-
ted. The key cannot be removed.
NOTE:
The headlights come on automatically
when the engine is started and stay
on until the key is turned to "OFF" or
the sidestand is moved down.
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OFF “e”
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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“h”
The coolant temperature warning light
should come on when the key is tur-
ned to “
h”. (See page 3-2.)
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LOCK “m”
The steering is locked, and all electri-
cal systems are off. The key can be
removed.
T
o lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “
e”
position, and then turn it to “
m”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
T
o unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“
e” while still pushing it.
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WARNING
Never turn the key to “
e” or “m”
while the vehicle is moving, other-
wise the electrical systems will be
switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident.
Make sure that the vehicle is stop-
ped before turning the key to “
e”
or “
m”.
ON
OFF
LOCK
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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ODOMETER READING (x 1000 Km)
ANNUAL
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
1 6 12 18 24CHECK
8*Rear brake• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.√√ √ √√ √• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
9*Brake hoses• Check for cracks or damage.√√√√ √• Replace. Every 4 years
10 *Wheels• Check runout and for damage.√√√√
• Check tread depth and for damage.
11 *Tires• Replace if necessary.
√√√√ √
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
12 *Wheel bearings• Check bearing for looseness or damage.√√√√
13 *Steering bearings• Check bearing play and steering for roughness.√√ √ √√• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 20000 km
14 *Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly
tightened.√√√√ √
15Sidestand, centerstand• Check operation.
• Lubricate.√√√√ √
16 *Sidestand switch• Check operation.√√ √ √√ √
17 *Front fork• Check operation and for oil leakage.√√√√
18 *Shock absorber
• Check operation and shock absorbers for oil leakage.√√√√
assemblies
19 *Carburetor• Adjust engine idling speed.√√ √ √√ √
• Change. (See page 6-9.)√When the oil change indicator light
20Engine oilcomes on (every 3000 km)
• Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. Every 3000 km√
21 *Engine oil strainer• Clean.√√√
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the perio-
dic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the condition
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WARNING
Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling
over.
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and
rebounds smoothly.
ECA10590
CAUTION:
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or
repair it.
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Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the opera-
tion of the steering must be checked
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.
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WARNING
Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling
over.
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them
forward and backward. If any free
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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AAcceleration and deceleration ...................5-2
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ................................................6-14
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..........................3-5
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...................6-31
BBattery......................................................6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-20
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-21
Brake lever, front ........................................3-6
Brake lever, rear .........................................3-6
Brake levers, lubricating ..........................6-22
Braking .......................................................5-2
CCables, checking and lubricating ............6-21
Carburetor,adjusting.................................6-15
Care............................................................7-1
Catalytic converter .....................................3-9
Caution, matte color ..................................7-1
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .......................................6-22
Clock ..........................................................3-4
Coolant.....................................................6-12
Coolant temperature warning light ............3-2
DDimmer switch ...........................................3-5
EEngine break-in ..........................................5-3
Engine oil ...................................................6-9
FFinal transmission oil ...............................6-11
Front and rear brake lever free play.........6-19
Front and rear brake pads, checking ......6-19Front fork, checking .................................6-23
Front Storage compartment ....................3-10
Fuel ............................................................3-8
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..........5-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ..............3-9
Fuel tank cap .............................................3-7
Fuses, replacing .......................................6-26
HHandlebar switches ...................................3-5
Hazard switch ............................................3-6
Headlight bulb, replacing .........................6-27
High beam indicator light...........................3-2
Horn switch ................................................3-5
IIdentification numbers ...............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-13
Indicator lights ...........................................3-2
KKey identification number ..........................9-1
LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ...........6-31
MMain switch/steering lock ..........................3-1
Model label ................................................9-2
OOil change indicator ...................................3-2
PPanels, removing and installing .................6-6
Parking .......................................................5-4
Part locations .............................................2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .........................................................6-3
Pre-operation check list .............................4-2
SSafe-riding points.......................................1-4
Safety information ......................................1-1
Seat ............................................................3-9
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting....3-12
Sidestand .................................................3-12
Spark plug, checking .................................6-7
Specifications.............................................8-1
Speedometer unit ......................................3-2
Start switch ................................................3-5
Starting a cold engine ................................5-1
Starting off .................................................5-2
Steering, checking ...................................6-23
Storage.......................................................7-3
Storage compartment ..............................3-11
TTail/brake light bulb or rear turn signal
light bulb, replacing ...............................6-30
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ............6-15
Tires .........................................................6-16
Tool kit ........................................................6-1
Troubleshooting .......................................6-31
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-32
Turn signal indicator lights .........................3-2
Turn signal light bulb (front), replacing ....6-29
Turn signal switch ......................................3-5
VValve clearance ........................................6-16
Vehicle identification number .....................9-1
WWheel bearings, checking........................6-24
Wheels .....................................................6-18
INDEX
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